ARB Hydraulic Recovery Jack

[Roughstock]

Hi there,

I know these are used for specific lift situations. I am considering this lift. Any thoughts? It seems worth having one just in case?

Perhaps there is a thread for this. I found them discussed in a general lift thread.


Thanks

Hydraulic Recovery Jack 1060001

Jack

store.arbusa.com

 

[Bschurr]

It looks like a nice unit but seems a bit expensive for what it is. I had a very scary experience with a high lift jack a long time ago and I haven’t used that style since.

I recently purchased a Vevor air powered jack (since I carry a compressor anyway) but haven’t had the opportunity to use it on the trail yet. I did use it at home to swap winter tires onto my JKU last weekend and it worked well. I fabbed up a quick connect coupler and schrader valve so use with a portable compressor is EZPZ.

 

[Greybeard]

Bottle jack. If it works for semi trucks, it'll work for a Bronco. Compact and the most powerful lift you can get.

I've been wheeling a bit now. To date I haven't seen a "recovery jack" ever used. Winch - definitely. Jack - nope

 

[Roughstock]

Bottle jack. If it works for semi trucks, it'll work for a Bronco. Compact and the most powerful lift you can get.

I've been wheeling a bit now. To date I haven't seen a "recovery jack" ever used. Winch - definitely. Jack - nope

Great thanks, yeah winches as well.

I've got safejacks.com jacks and jack stand I carry. Awesome off road jacks with a large base. They go quite high on their own.

I think I really want a winch.

 

[22broncoraptor]

Hi there,

I know these are used for specific lift situations. I am considering this lift. Any thoughts? It seems worth having one just in case?

Perhaps there is a thread for this. I found them discussed in a general lift thread.


Thanks

Hydraulic Recovery Jack 1060001

Jack

store.arbusa.com

I have the ARB hydraulic jack as well as a bottle jack.

The ARB hydraulic jack is large, heavy, and takes up space. The recommended storage is "in the vertical position" when not in use, but I have it lay horizontally in the Braptor when I'm out wheeling. The best place I've found for it that keeps it secure and out of the way is conveniently under the rear seats (assuming you don't fold the seats down). It's a perfect fit there in the carrying case it comes with, it stays put and doesn't interfere with leg/foot room for rear passengers.

I have a bottle jack from Safe Jack like the above poster also mentioned, specifically the 6 Ton 'The Sergeant' Off Road Kit. It comes in an ammo case, which is nice and compact, but I created foam cut-outs for it and now have it in my rear drawer system so it doesn't rattle around. Here are some pics:

Bottom level of the drawer with bottle jack and extensions:

Next layer of drawer foam with the plate/cradle that goes on top of the bottle jack extension:

Space for gloves to lay on top of the bottle jack:

Enough space to put the Braptor toolkit and another storage pouch on top. This drawer has most of the recovery gear I carry:

As far as use cases for each type of jack, based on real-world experience:

• A bottle jack is better when you need to get a wheel off the ground to change the tire because you can position it under the axle and easily raise a corner of the vehicle (doesn't flex the suspension)
• A Hydraulic jack is better when you need to un-wedge your vehicle from something where getting under the axle is not an option, usually you're not lifting a tire totally off the ground and need to create space between your vehicle and what you're stuck on -- much harder to lift the wheel off the ground since you can't position it under an axle due to its size, so these aren't ideal for changing tires but it's still possible

Pro Eagle has a really great Co2 bottle jack: https://www.proeagle.com/collections/jacks-2023/products/phoenix-ds-trail-kit Makes easy work while out on the trail - just make sure your Co2 is refilled occasionally if you go this route.

 

[Roughstock]

I have the ARB hydraulic jack as well as a bottle jack.

The ARB hydraulic jack is large, heavy, and takes up space. The recommended storage is "in the vertical position" when not in use, but I have it lay horizontally in the Braptor when I'm out wheeling. The best place I've found for it that keeps it secure and out of the way is conveniently under the rear seats (assuming you don't fold the seats down). It's a perfect fit there in the carrying case it comes with, it stays put and doesn't interfere with leg/foot room for rear passengers.

I have a bottle jack from Safe Jack like the above poster also mentioned, specifically the 6 Ton 'The Sergeant' Off Road Kit. It comes in an ammo case, which is nice and compact, but I created foam cut-outs for it and now have it in my rear drawer system so it doesn't rattle around. Here are some pics:

Bottom level of the drawer with bottle jack and extensions:

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Next layer of drawer foam with the plate/cradle that goes on top of the bottle jack extension:

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Space for gloves to lay on top of the bottle jack:

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Enough space to put the Braptor toolkit and another storage pouch on top. This drawer has most of the recovery gear I carry:

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As far as use cases for each type of jack, based on real-world experience:

• A bottle jack is better when you need to get a wheel off the ground to change the tire because you can position it under the axle and easily raise a corner of the vehicle (doesn't flex the suspension)
• A Hydraulic jack is better when you need to un-wedge your vehicle from something where getting under the axle is not an option, usually you're not lifting a tire totally off the ground and need to create space between your vehicle and what you're stuck on -- much harder to lift the wheel off the ground since you can't position it under an axle due to its size, so these aren't ideal for changing tires but it's still possible

Pro Eagle has a really great Co2 bottle jack: https://www.proeagle.com/collections/jacks-2023/products/phoenix-ds-trail-kit Makes easy work while out on the trail - just make sure your Co2 is refilled occasionally if you go this route.

Great set up. I use safety jack as well. I was considering the ARB jack but went with a winch instead. For now the winch makes more sense. Appreciate you info. about the ARB jack and it storage and such. I look forward to posting once winch is installed.

 

[JohnGalt]

Well this thread, two blowouts in Nevada desert and the long lasting memory of throwing the bead off my front tire in deep snow, I’ve been looking for better/additional jacking solution. I arrived at the ARB Bushranger X-Jack. It can handle low clearance and soft surface situations (snow, sand, mud) better than traditional jacks. After my test run, I like it and will keep it.

Only makes sense (to me) if you have onboard air, exhaust pipe option has some challenges. It weighs about 17 lbs including carry case and all the extras. 5” deep and 25” diameter, so it’s fairly compact, stows up right or flat. Sets up easy, and much simpler to stow than the OEM scissor jack for sure!

 

[Greybeard]

I love that! I'm guessing it's pricy. Otherwise, it would be perfect for all types of situations, including rocks and dunes. Heck, add a strap and use it as a floatation device.

 

[JohnGalt]

I love that! I'm guessing it's pricy. Otherwise, it would be perfect for all types of situations, including rocks and dunes. Heck, add a strap and use it as a floatation device.

Yeah, pretty pricy for a balloon. But I caught it on deep Black Friday discount and another 5% through Amazon account. But still ~$250.

But I broke two recovery boards used as a base for my scissor jack in the snow when I threw the bead off my front tire. ( before beadlocks). That wouldn’t have happened with this.

In the end it’s a luxury item

 

[Bschurr]

Well this thread, two blowouts in Nevada desert and the long lasting memory of throwing the bead off my front tire in deep snow, I’ve been looking for better/additional jacking solution. I arrived at the ARB Bushranger X-Jack. It can handle low clearance and soft surface situations (snow, sand, mud) better than traditional jacks. After my test run, I like it and will keep it.

Only makes sense (to me) if you have onboard air, exhaust pipe option has some challenges. It weighs about 17 lbs including carry case and all the extras. 5” deep and 25” diameter, so it’s fairly compact, stows up right or flat. Sets up easy, and much simpler to stow than the OEM scissor jack for sure!

Cool video & nice set up. I remember those exhaust powered bags from the 80s and it looks like ARB has really brought that concept into the modern era. Bummer that the exhaust hose must remain attached but, I guess that’s just a small inconvenience. Now that you have this gear, hopefully you will never have to use it.

 

[JohnGalt]

Cool video & nice set up. I remember those exhaust powered bags from the 80s and it looks like ARB has really brought that concept into the modern era. Bummer that the exhaust hose must remain attached but, I guess that’s just a small inconvenience. Now that you have this gear, hopefully you will never have to use it.

Yeah I was bummed I needed the second hose connected. I think after awhile I will remove the exhaust hose from the backflow valve and leave the primary hose, shrader connection and backflow all connected it would simplify assembly and not have 10’ of hose dragging in the dirt waiting to be tripped on. Everyone I run with has on board air or a portable compressor at the least. I don’t see ever needing the exhaust option in an “emergency”.

 

[pk9394]

ARB X-jack is interesting. my group can share the cost to get one. No point to buy one for each car on the trail. we never go alone anyway.

 

[JohnGalt]

ARB X-jack is interesting. my group can share the cost to get one. No point to buy one for each car on the trail. we never go alone anyway.

Exactly! Guys I typically wheel with have lots of other options, but no one has this.

 

[Bschurr]

Exactly! Guys I typically wheel with have lots of other options, but no one has this.

Agreed - I subscribe to “It’s better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it!”